Virgil Dennis
Windsor,IL
Summary
Professional offering excellent mechanical aptitude and extensive knowledge of industrial equipment operations.
Skilled Printing Press Operator with hands-on experience in operating and maintaining printing press machinery. Strong understanding of color matching techniques, quality control procedures and job setup protocols. Demonstrated ability to improve efficiency and reduce waste, resulting in higher profitability. Diligent troubleshooter with an aptitude for problem-solving and adept at managing tight deadlines without compromising on work quality.
Precision-driven Printing Press Operator known for maintaining high levels of productivity and efficiency in fast-paced environments. Specialize in color matching, equipment maintenance, and quality control to ensure top-quality print outcomes. Excel at time management, problem-solving, and teamwork to meet tight deadlines and deliver exceptional results.
Results-oriented Press Operator taking pride in completing each job on time and according to company standards. Expertise in 6-color stack units and packet 8-color in-line laminating press to print designs.
Highly-motivated employee with desire to take on new challenges. Strong work ethic, adaptability, and exceptional interpersonal skills. Adept at working effectively unsupervised and quickly mastering new skills.
Hardworking employee with customer service, multitasking, and time management abilities. Devoted to giving every customer a positive and memorable experience.
Committed job seeker with a history of meeting company needs with consistent and organized practices. Skilled in working under pressure and adapting to new situations and challenges to best enhance the organizational brand.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
2001
2001
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Printing Press Operator
Graphic Packaging International
Shelbyville, IL
06.2023 - Current
- Operated printing press equipment to produce packaging materials efficiently.
- Monitored print quality and adjusted settings for optimal performance.
- Collaborated with team members to maintain workflow and meet production deadlines.
- Loaded and unloaded materials, ensuring proper handling and safety standards.
- Followed safety procedures to maintain a safe working environment at all times.
- Documented production processes and reported any issues to management promptly.
- Maintained accurate records of production runs, including number of impressions made.
- Followed detailed instructions from supervisors regarding specific job orders and production deadlines.
- Verified ink specifications, inked presses, changed ink and adjusted ink flow.
- Monitored ink levels and replenished supply when necessary.
- Performed quality control checks throughout production process.
- Examined and produced specific job orders.
- Loaded large rolls of paper onto feeder system in preparation for production runs.
- Checked finished product against original copy or proof sheets to ensure accuracy of colors, text, and images.
- Prepared machines for printing and operated one-and two-color printing presses, platemakers, hydraulic paper cutters and digital printers and copiers.
- Met production schedules and throughput yield targets.
- Operated printing press to produce printed materials, including brochures, newsletters, and business cards.
- Examined printed copy for correct ink density, position on paper and registration.
- Collaborated with technicians to diagnose equipment breakdowns and address quality issues.
- Utilized computer programs related to printing operations such as pre-press software applications.
- Assisted other members of press team with tasks such as loading plates and cleaning presses when needed.
- Maintained machines in good working order by cleaning, lubricating and adjusting.
- Adjusted feeder mechanism of machine to accommodate paper size being used.
- Maintained data on printing outputs produced, supplies consumed, printing costs and equipment maintenance and repairs performed.
- Inspected all material for defects prior to running job on press.
- Used hand tools to make small repairs and regularly clean printing presses.
Dusting operator
Libman
Arcola, Illinois
10.2019 - 06.2023
- Operated machinery to maintain efficient production flow.
- Monitored equipment performance and reported issues promptly.
- Collaborated with team members to ensure smooth operations.
- Documented production logs and maintained accurate records.
- Learned and followed safety and emergency procedures.
- Performed routine maintenance on equipment to ensure optimal performance.
- Checked control panel and gauges during equipment operation.
- Monitored and adjusted machine operations as needed for quality assurance.
- Assisted in the setup of production lines according to customer specifications.
- Set up tools, dies, jigs, fixtures, gauges and other related parts for use in production operations.
- Set up and operated production machinery according to specific standards and protocols of company.
- Reduced health and safety risks with strict adherence to safety protocols and PPE requirements.
- Used hand trucks and forklifts to unload, load and transport items.
- Calibrated machines to adhere to quality standards and maintain required productivity levels.
- Produced quality products by palletizing, packaging and assembling finished items.
- Used daily system logs to document production information, discussing issues with management.
- Managed multiple tasks simultaneously while maintaining attention to detail.
- Observed and troubleshot equipment and machines to detect malfunctions and notify appropriate personnel of needed repairs.
- Inspected finished products to verify conformity to quality standards.
- Collaborated with coworkers to perform projects quickly and meet business goals.
- Maintained production and quality documentation.
- Maintained cleanliness of work area and equipment in accordance with safety regulations.
- Implemented standard operating procedures for workflow consistency.
- Conducted routine maintenance checks on machines and tools.
- Followed safety protocols to maintain a safe work environment.
Roll Tender
Quad Graphics
Effingham, Illinois
05.2014 - 08.2019
- Operated roll handling equipment to ensure efficient paper movement.
- Monitored roll quality and assisted in troubleshooting production issues.
- Coordinated with production teams for timely roll supply and usage.
- Maintained accurate inventory records of paper rolls and supplies.
- Trained new team members on safety protocols and operational procedures.
- Conducted routine maintenance checks on roll handling machinery.
- Collaborated with supervisors to improve workflow efficiency and safety standards.
- Ensured compliance with safety regulations during roll transportation tasks.
- Followed established procedures for handling hazardous materials safely.
- Collaborated with other departments to ensure timely completion of projects.
- Repaired minor mechanical problems with presses when required.
- Cleaned rollers and cylinders in order to prepare them for the next job run.
- Operated and monitored printing presses for quality assurance.
- Maintained accurate records of production data such as number of prints, waste.
- Organized work areas to maximize efficiency and minimize downtime between jobs.
- Ensured that all safety standards were followed while operating machinery.
- Received orders from customer service representatives and prepared materials accordingly.
- Monitored stock levels and replenished supplies as needed.
- Changed ink colors when necessary during a run.
- Responded quickly to customer requests for changes or modifications.
- Performed routine maintenance on printing equipment.
- Utilized various tools including calipers, rulers. to measure dimensions of printed material accurately.
- Troubleshot any issues that arose during production runs and took corrective action as needed.
- Trained new employees in the use of printing machines and related processes and procedures.
- Assisted with the setup of new jobs including mounting plates and blankets onto press cylinders.
- Provided feedback on process improvements to management staff.
- Inspected printed products for defects or inconsistencies.
- Analyzed production output data in order to identify trends or potential problems.
- Adjusted rollers to ensure proper tension of paper on press.
- Maintained machines in good working order by cleaning, lubricating and adjusting.
- Examined and produced specific job orders.
- Verified ink specifications, inked presses, changed ink and adjusted ink flow.
- Set appropriate speeds, flows, colors, temperatures, and positions for printing.
- Examined printed copy for correct ink density, position on paper and registration.
- Prepared machines for printing and operated one-and two-color printing presses, platemakers, hydraulic paper cutters and digital printers and copiers.
- Kept records of materials used and time needed for projects.
- Monitored team progress to complete projects within deadlines, including large print jobs and rush orders.
- Met production schedules and throughput yield targets.
- Collaborated with technicians to diagnose equipment breakdowns and address quality issues.
- Printed customized office documents such as envelopes, newsletters, business cards and programs.
- Removed printed products from printing machines manually or via hand trucks or power lifts and transitioned material to drying and finishing or storage areas.
- Tracked and organized warehouse inventory and accepted and stocked paper and supplies for shipments.
- Jogged and stacked paper, delivering blank or partially printed stock to equipment.
- Performed and delivered printing projects on time of time.
- Reviewed orders and collected payments from clients.
- Posted and adhered to lockout/tagout, hazardous material handling and hearing and eye standards.
- Assisted clients in customizing design and layout of business and personal documents.
- Maintained data on printing outputs produced, supplies consumed, printing costs and equipment maintenance and repairs performed.
- Adhered to allocated budgets by collecting time projections and reporting changes during creative implementation.
- Loaded printing press with paper and modified margins to comply with paper size requirements.
- Used hand tools to make small repairs and regularly clean printing presses.
- Set up and used paper-cutting, laminating and folding machines to hasten workplace operations.
- Inspected random paper samples during print runs to confirm accurate ink and paper type.
- Reviewed job orders to determine amount of paper needed, ink color and potential special instructions.
- Assessed inventory and ordered new ink, paper and other materials to keep supplies stocked.
- Maintained adequate productivity by setting and enforcing deadlines.
- Properly handled hazardous waste materials to uphold safety regulations.
- Observed environmental factors and effects on equipment performance to make adjustments when necessary.
Education
Shelbyville High School
Shelbyville, ILSkills
Run machine,load and unload machine product,use forklift,clean,work with a team,exame finish product,
Timeline
Printing Press Operator
Graphic Packaging International
06.2023 - Current
Dusting operator
Libman
10.2019 - 06.2023
Roll Tender
Quad Graphics
05.2014 - 08.2019
Shelbyville High School